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No-Li Brewery Continues Earning Praise

SPOKANE, WA – ”Spokane Style” beers from No-Li Brewery made a splash around the globe in their first year with nine awards in four continents. The most recent accolades came from down under at the Australian International Beer Awards (AIBA) where three No-Li brews won medals.

Paulaner Brewery Releases Oktoberfest One Month Early

LITTLETON, CO. — Attention Beer Drinkers: Oktoberfest is coming early this year just for you, thanks to Paulaner Brewery. The Limited Edition Oktoberfest Wiesn is being brewed a month early and will be available on shelves exclusively in the U.S. by the end of June so the revelry of Oktoberfest can officially begin.

Liquid Enhancement Now On Tap

Liquid Enhancement Now On Tap

OnTap, which quietly launched two, do-it-yourself craft-like liquid beer enhancers last week, is betting that domestic beer drinkers on a budget — i.e. the 21-to-34-year-old set — want more flavor than their familiar light lagers currently provide. Two flavors — Ale and Pale Ale — are currently available at a sprinkling of liquor stores in Colorado, and on the company’s website.

Heineken USA Announces Details of ‘Voyage’ Retail Program

New York, NY — HEINEKEN USA, the number one selling European import beer in the U.S., announced the details of its legendary Voyage retail program that will hit retail outlets beginning August 1 and run through September 30. Set to coincide with the kick off of the fall sports season, Voyage entices adult consumers, 21… Read more »

‘Best Little Brewfest’ Benefits Charities

The Best Little Brewfest in Texas www.BLBFIT.com held at the amazing Texas Motor Speedway in Ft. Worth is just 2 weeks away. We will have 50+ craft brewers and over 120 beers, many of which will be “one off’s” and new releases. There will be a “Draft Wall of Courage” with nearly 20 craft brews… Read more »

TTB Issues Guidelines for Voluntary Serving Facts Statements

TTB Issues Guidelines for Voluntary Serving Facts Statements

Calorie-conscious beer consumers might soon know the nutritional content of their next double IPA, but only if brewers want them to. The Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) issued interim guidance last week that allows beer, wine and spirits companies the ability to voluntarily include nutritional information on their labels, something that, until… Read more »

Anheuser-Busch Expands Distribution of Draftmark Home Tap System

St. Louis, MO — Enjoying fresh, cold draught beer at home just got a whole lot easier thanks to the Draftmark home tap system. Draftmark is a simple and low-maintenance tap system that puts beer fans in complete control of their draught beer experiences at home, from choosing the style of beer to pulling their… Read more »

Artists to Work in The Fort Collins Brewery

FCB Selects Art Brewers Approximately one month ago, FCB (The Fort Collins Brewery) announced the creation of the FCB Art Brewery, a studio dedicated to creating beer-inspired art and supporting local artists.

Sly Fox Brewing Releases Homefront IPA

Pottstown, PA — For the second straight year, Sly Fox Brewing Company is participating in Hops for Heroes, joining eight other breweries across the nation to brew Homefront IPA, a special beer which is brewed from the same recipe at all locations.

Strongbow Cider ‘Golden Hour’ Program Takes Aim at Summer Celebrations

New York, NY — Strongbow Cider, the world’s best selling hard cider and the newest brand to join HEINEKEN USA’s premium portfolio of upscale brands, is taking aim at the season of relaxation and celebration with the launch of this summer’s “Golden Hour” on-premise, retail and event activation. Beginning this summer, Strongbow is taking the… Read more »

Sun King Celebrates Four Years of Brewing

Indianapolis, IN — On Monday, July 1st Sun King will unceremoniously fire up the brew kettle and celebrate our fourth birthday the same way we celebrate everyday, by doing what we love. However, on Saturday, July 6th we’re throwing a party at Sun King to share our joy and excitement with everyone featuring great, live… Read more »